Amy Schumer has been open about the symptoms and treatments she’s had for endometriosis, and she hopes that by sharing her experience, she may give others who are experiencing suffering a voice.
In a personal conversation for the new Paramount+ original docuseries “The Checkup with Dr. David Agus,” the comic talked openly about the “lonely sickness” and the stigma connected with periods. The Dec. 13 release date for the 30-minute episode’s streaming availability.
In the episode, Schumer, 41, said, “I’ve been in so much pain, you know, my whole life — not just the week of my period,” adding that “it’s been really terrible.” Schumer claimed she has been in excruciating pain for decades, ever since she first received her period.
According to Dr. Agus in the episode, endometriosis is a disorder that develops when the uterine lining grows outside of the uterus in locations such as the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or other tissue surrounding the pelvic area. This condition can lead to excruciating cramping throughout your period. According to the Mayo Clinic, in addition to painful periods, other typical endometriosis symptoms include cysts, infertility, pain during sexual activity, painful urination or bowel movements, and more.
According to the Office of Women’s Health, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 11% of American women between the ages of 15 and 44 may have endometriosis.
Schumer underwent a hysterectomy—the removal of the uterus—last year to help manage her endometriosis. Additionally, she had her appendix removed. She later said in an Instagram post that this was done because doctors discovered a tumor in her “endo-ravaged appendix.”
“I had been complaining of pain for months, but it was suffering you couldn’t see. Additionally, there is a tendency to believe that women are constantly being dramatic “During the interview, Schumer stated.
Schumer has used her social media channels to reassure people that their concerns are legitimate if they experience aches or pains during their menstrual cycles.
“I truly hurt. You’re really hurting. We must speak up for ourselves. We must speak up. And what about that? I’m concerned that this video is obnoxious, but I don’t care because I want it to encourage one woman to go and investigate the source of her discomfort “On September 21, 2021, an Instagram video that has received about 1.5 million views, Schumer made the statement.
Schumer claimed that the surgical scars were worthwhile since she experienced immediate relief.
“I had the impression that a veil had been lifted over me. And I simply felt different—like a new mother, “Schumer added.
Schumer was hospitalized in 2018 while expecting her son Gene due to hyperemesis, a severe kind of morning sickness.
Early in November, Schumer’s now 3-year-old son was admitted to the hospital with the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), but he has since made a full recovery.
In an Instagram post on November 6, Schumer thanked hospital staff and stated, “My son is home and well.”
